The Worst Things You Can Do At Your Work Holiday Party
It’s office holiday party season! For some, it’s the best time of the work year. For others, it’s a dreaded event. Regardless of what your feelings are, according to Huffington Post UK there are some things you shouldn’t be doing at your work holiday party as they can ruin your reputation and may even put your job in jeopardy.
“I’m going to give you five things not to do at your office Christmas party ― coming from the perspective of an executive and two decades of office Christmas parties,” CEO Cristina Noh shares. From her eyes, here are the worst things you can do at your work holiday party.
- Don’t drink too much. Yes, there may be alcohol, but you’re still technically at a work function.
- What goes on at the after-party never stays at the after-party. Anything you do or say, can and most likely will make it back to others who may not be at the after-party, like your boss…
- Don’t gossip or badmouth your colleagues. Same as above – it can and may get back to them.
- Don’t forget professional boundaries. Again, it’s still a work event and you have work relationships with these people.
- Be picky about your plus-one. The way they act, the way they present themselves, and the things they say are all a reflection on you.
4 Great Christmas Dinner Options For The Whole Family
Lasagna
A large tray of a baked pasta based meal that everyone gets to cut into just feels like a natural option. There’s room here to customize your tray of course. Add meat, make it a veggie, or have one of each. Plus, the red sauce nicely compliments your holiday-themed table setting.
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Filet Mignon
We’ll need to clarify here, your best bet here is a log shaped filet that can be evenly cut into quarter inch – to half inch slices. There’s something festive to carving a meal item in your kitchen, that is freshly cooked. You take pride in hosting and then slicing. You place your sliced filet on that serving platter that is used just once a year, walk it into the dining room and then feel joy when everyone digs in.
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Vegetarian Chili Bar
It’s all about the slow-cooker or crock pot. You can let it warm in the kitchen all day, allowing a sharp aroma to seep into every room the family gathers in. This style is for more of the grab something quick and on-the-go Christmas meal gathering. Perhaps you have people in and out of your house, stopping by for a “cheers” throughout the day. A chili bar never disappoints. Add in your side bowls of shredded cheddar, tortilla crisps, scallions, and sour cream, and you are giving your guests the opportunity to put their own touch on your creation.
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Baked Ham
This is the meal that gives you the option for a fancier sit-down dinner. The ham centerpiece is typically joined by elegant wine glasses and pre-feast toast. Throw some potato side dishes along with an asparagus or string bean casserole, and your living room is now a fine-dining restaurant. This meal allows you to take your time. The next thing you know, it’s dark outside, and you are putting a bow on your enjoyable Christmas night.
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